Engine Mounts

[abazem]

Hi,
I changed engine mounts with MB OE ones 3 years ago and have driven 50k (km) since then. The mechanic highlighted that they are due for change. Is it normal wear or should I try some other brand's mounts this time around.

Thanks in advance.

 

[AMGeed]

I'd stick with OE personally. The quality of some aftermarket mounts is questionable.
If you must buy a different brand, I'd look for Lemforder.

 

[Blobcat]

Looking at your location your roads might be the same as we have in the U.K. (awful) so whilst your mileage since they were last changed isn’t a great deal it is probably the driving conditions that has worn them out.

 

[AMGeed]

I expect the roads are better than here in the UK Russ

 

[Blobcat]

I expect the roads are better than here in the UK Russ

Agreed, I regularly drive on a road that rigid 8 wheelers have used for 12 months transporting rock. Most of he manholes have sunk over 3”. I’d not want to drive it with big alloys and no sidewalls...

 

[rifiki]

Engine/transmission mounts on my 05 80K miles are original, MB quality still dropping just like poor quality springs?

 

[dry run]

Did you do the gearbox mounts at the same time?

 

[oigle]

I have had about 4 sets in 170K on my ML270. Pathetic quality - tried both genuine and aftermarket and little if any difference. Compared to Japanese vehicles, they are cr@p. I have had many Jap vehicles that have done well in excess of 100K with no need to change them at all. Inexcusable really.

 

[abazem]

Thanks Guys for your replies and thoughts. The road conditions aren't great but I try to drive with care wherever I can.

Reading your posts, it seems to be a common issue so I'll try Lemforder mounts for a change as they'll be cheaper then MB ones and report back.

I changed Transmission mount as well 3 years ago, you guys reckon I changed it with engine mounts as well?